Dress Code

[ShaneV]

I agree that any shirt with obscenities or graphic pictures should have a rule enforced, but as far as the revealing clothes it is a hard line to draw. Like photobob said it is an international place and in a lot of other cultures nudity is no big deal at all.

BibbidyBobbidyBoo -
I live in Texas too, and I have to say Astroworld in Houston has a dress code, but it is no more enforced than anywhere else. Last time I was there there was plenty of girls in bikini tops and shorts that werent even zipped. We even saw a few getting off the water rides and taking there wet shirts off and walking around in just their bras.

 

[jwsqrdplus2]

I too wold like to see some type of dress code enforced, but I can give a prime example of why this is so hard!

I am in the military, and our dress and personal appearance reg (dress code) states that women's nail polish must be conservative and in good taste. Who defines "conservative and in good taste"? The person wearing the nail polish or the person who would never consider that particular color conservative. So let's introduce change 1: women's nail polish must be a single color, conservative in color, and complimentary to the wearer's skin tone. Guess what...that definition left out the possiblity of a French or American manicure, which most (not all, but most) people would consider conservative, but is technically not a single color. So here comes change 2: Single color, consevative, complimentary to wearer's skin tone, French and American manicures are ok.

Now...if the military cannot figure out how to define and enforce a regualtion on nail polish (short of banning it totally), how will Disney be able to define and enforce a dress code. Most dress codes are very subjective, especially when you have multiple people trying to enforce it. I'm not saying they should not try; I am just saying it is not easy.

 

[carone0318]

As a parent, I do believe that there are definitely some inappropriate clothing that should not be allowed, basically any type of profanity or sexual type messages on clothing. Anything else to me is comically. I am a conservative dresser, but love to people watch and see the get-ups that people wear. I laugh so much looking at people.

I do disagree with the statement that we have to accept people because this is an international destination because although there may be a lot of tourist from other countries, they are in our country and should learn a little about our culture and what is acceptable and what isn't and try to adapt. It is what is expected of Americans if we travel to foreign destinations, why shouldn't the door swing both ways!

If you feel that something isn't appropriate, go to a CM and complain. If you do not get any results, go to mgt. It is our choice...

 

[janetd]

RE: dresscode

Are you for real?Dress code!Did you see the senior hazing video from Illinois on the news. High schools can't enforce much.
That's about the level things have fallen.

Anyway, do you really think Disney would turn away a paying customer because of inappropriate dress?

Just live and let live. You can't beat them but at least you can choose not to join them.

 

[ktglads]

See, this is just another reason why we really do need an actual fashion police. We could be able to stop those from wearing clothes that are not appropriate, whether they are offensive in nature or just plain wrong to wear (ie: stripes and floral prints together).

If only I could get funding for this. There are many people at Disney or even at my local mall who could use some help in this matter.

Certain things do not bother me, but others are just not appropriate for wearing out in public, especially if there are children around. I don't care how skinny you are, I DO NOT want to see your butt hanging out from the bottom of your shorts. That is just plain tacky.

 

[Ted and Holly]

Are you for real?Dress code!Did you see the senior hazing video from Illinois on the news. High schools can't enforce much.

This is not a high school we are talking about. This is a paid-admission entertainment complex. You need to pass security and a turnstile to get in. They can easily enforce anything they wish. They could, if they wanted to, ban people with blue eyes. It may not be legal to do so, but it is logistically possible.

We need to realize that this is private property. Unless there are blatant acts of prejudice or illegal exclusion, they can enforce any dress code they wish.

Yes, we are on vacation. Sure, we want to relax. Wear your bikini to the pool or water park. Wear your shorts or tank tops where appropriate. DON'T wear swears or adult images on your clothing. And keep things securely tucked inside.

It is very progressive to say that you will calmy explain that the butt-cheeks staring your kid in the face in line is because of someone's personal choice.

Why do we have censorship and age ratings on TV, movies, printed publications, or video games? Why nnot blow everything wide open. Our kids will understand what is right and wrong, won't they?

People got all uptight about teens going to Hooter's. I have seen far more skin in the Magic Kingdom!

Ted

 

[Whosemom]

It is indeed a perplexity The very good fingernail polish example aside, I think most of us would agree on what is downright obscene. And you hope to go to Disney without alot of complications ie sheilding your children like the msn butterfly man on the commercial. (as opposed to say, Put-in-bay, fellow Ohioans where I had to try to explain to my 5 yr old why that man had a bra on his head)

But as far as the enforcement...imagine yourself a very "clean cut" 20 year old. The people who wear those inappropriate shirts could possibly be a little scary. And I'm sure they are drilled to be inoffensive to "guests".

I'll just hope they don't look above eye-level too much, and wish my 7 yr old wasn't such a good reader. sigh. oh, and be the first of our group in line if there are hiney issues.

Has this gotten a lot worse lately? I don't remember a problem when we went in 2001.

Micki

 

[alvernon90]

I think an argument could be made that seeing people with inappropriate language or images on their shirts could be a learning experience for children. You can take the opportunity to explain that some people are trashy and have no class whatsoever, and the reason the kids don't see that kind of thing at home is that your family doesn't associate with such low-class people. If kids are sheltered, as they get older they might see that kind of clothing as rebellious or cool. If they are exposed and instructed properly, they can learn proper contempt for the jerks that would wear something like that to a family park.

As for women with revealing clothing, I think this is a safety issue. A young woman in a revealing bikini can cause a guy to strain his neck trying to look, as well as risk bruised shins when he gets kicked by his wife.

 

[dvc guy]

Lets try this on for size.............. If you can say or wear it on network TV then you can see it in WDW.

Use the same judgement that they use over at ABC. That gives everybody plenty of leeway. You will still have a segment of the public that thinks you are too liberal and a group that will feel it is to conservative.
This would be a fair policy statement that could be explained to guests.

 

[Mortlives]

Originally posted by dvc guy
Lets try this on for size.............. If you can say or wear it on network TV then you can see it in WDW.

Use the same judgement that they use over at ABC. That gives everybody plenty of leeway. You will still have a segment of the public that thinks you are too liberal and a group that will feel it is to conservative.
This would be a fair policy statement that could be explained to guests.

But wouldn't that mean naked bottoms are okay (NYPD Blue, for example)? Or would it only be okay on Dennis Franz? The problem is that I've seen lots of stuff on television I don't consider appropriate attire at all hours of the day and night.

Not intended as a flame, just trying to lighten things up a little.

Ciao,
Mort.

 

[summerrluvv]

A little OT...but we went to Great Adventure in NJ a couple of years back. This was after going to Disney. When we walked in the park there was rap music blaring over the loud speaker, and A LOT Of the girls were running around in bikini tops and shorts with their butt cheeks hanging out. I honestly felt like I was in a rap music video!!! Needless to say, we only stayed an hour and made the 2.5 hour trek back home. If I wanted my son to see that, I would've stayed home and turned on MTV. I just couldn't believe they allowed people to walk around like that. It was bad, and my hubby (well soon to be ex) even commented on it, and he actually likes looking at half naked women LOL, but this was just too much for him!

 

[dvc guy]

OK Mortlives I should have a little more detailed

FCC standards for TV shows in the family viewing hour.
I agree that there are things on TV & Radio that I don't want my DD10 & DS 7 to see. You have to balance that out and deal with it as it comes up. Bad language or dress is the perfect time to discuss it with your kids.

 

[CanBeGrumpy]

What I want to know is, how do some women make it through a day at a theme park with high-heeled shoes??? I have seen 5-6 inch heels on women every single time I have been to Disney. How (and WHY???) do they do it??? I would probably be crying in pain from those shoes just walking across my living room, never mind walking for hours in Disney!

 

[Jen D]

Not going to comment on dress codes or morals, but boy I did see some tacky and new things on our trip.

One trend that hasn't made it up here that I saw in WDW is teenage girls from high school clubs-- let's say cheerleaders-- wearing tight hot pant shorts that not only have their butt cheeks hanging out but also have the name of their club or group written across their butt so as to draw a person's eye to the butt. Ugh! Trashy. The offending shorts are usually worn with skimpy bikini tops.

I'm not crazy about falling into the trap of criticizing high school fashions because I was unconventional at that age-- but my rebellious choices were not really sexual-- just black clothes, wild colored hair, that sort of stuff. High school fashions are much more sexual and Brittneyized these days. I'll just try to roll my eyes rather than cluck my tongue. Just another challenge for me when my daughter reaches this age...

 

[DEH3rd]

Dansyr....I say wear the tanktop!!! lol

 

[Safari Steve]

Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times.
Offensive messages/images on t-shirts are not permitted (we will give you a new shirt to change into or you will not enter).
No formal wear (tuxedo, wedding gown, etc).

It's written down, and it is the responisbility of the turnstile CMs to enforce it (other CMs will ask you to put your shoes/shirt etc back on if you take them off). We try our best, but some will slip through the cracks. When I worked at Jungle Cruise, I had to get a shirt for a woman who had something offensive (and downright stupid) on her shirt. She was beligerent about it to the point that we had to call security before she agreed to change. I've gotten shirts for men in those mesh tank-top things... if you can see through it, it isn't a shirt.

The guidemaps give an abbreviated version of the guest code of conduct and dress "Safety Considerations" is the heading... But I assure you that it does exist and we try to enforce it.

 

[Pat_Elliott]

Originally posted by Safari Steve
No formal wear (tuxedo, wedding gown, etc).

Steve,

I chose to stay out of this one and will remain so, and not that I care nor do I want to dress to the nine in 90+ degree weather, but.....

What is the rational for no tuxedos/wedding gowns, etc? I'm assuming it's to keep people from making a spectacle of themselves, but I'm curioius.

Pat

 

[Slainte]

One of my favorite things to do at WDW is to find a shady spot and people watch. It would be no fun if everyone was the same!

I agree w/the no profanity thing, but if a butt cheek is the worst thing I see all day it's been a pretty good day.

 

[Pat_Elliott]

Originally posted by Slainte
I agree w/the no profanity thing, but if a butt cheek is the worst thing I see all day it's been a pretty good day.

I'd think that would depend on the cheeks in question.




Bet I get flamed for that....

 

[Safari Steve]

It's to keep people from having unauthorized wedding ceremonies/wedding pictures in the parks. There is a department at WDW that handles these events, and they don't want to be misrepresented.